Ask Angela Weekend Picks: St. Patty’s Day Edition

Spring is here, the weather’s warming up, and a few brave souls are even starting to break out their shorts and summer pastels. Have you? Maybe this weekend, St. Patrick’s Day weekend, is a chance to put a little green and orange in your life. On this holiday weekend, check out some of the festive events going on in downtown Salt Lake.

(image from City Weekly)

What: St. Patty’s Day Parade and Music Festival @ Gateway Mall plaza, Sat. 10 am through the afternoon

Why you should go: The parade, which starts at 10 am, will feature music, dancing, and exciting floats of all kinds–leprechaun, bagpipers, horses, carriages, and lots of green and orange. A musical celebration begins after the parade at 10:45 am–food, music, dancing, and fun all around.

No really, why?: It’s free, and it’s also one of Salt Lake’s best-known traditional St. Patty’s Day festivities. More info below.

Why you should go: This downtown restaurant is hosting a fun evening of traditional Irish music, dancing, and food. Makes for a good date night, or simply a cultured night on the town.

No really, why?: The pub itself, Squatters, has a pretty high rating on Yelp. And don’t let the word “pub” scare you away. Plenty of non-alcoholic food and beverage options for those who do not drink. For more info, call Squatters: 801-363-2739.